<h3>Software</h3>
<ol>
	<li>PCs should have Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 operating system.</li>
	<li>If a Mac is being used, please inform your admissions advisor and the necessary software will be provided to install Windows and course software in a Virtual Machine.</li>
	<li>Windows Update should be set to install software update automatically.</li>
	<li>Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) is used in the SJVC Online Computer courses. You will receive a copy of Microsoft Office with your first textbook shipment.</li>
	<li>Internet Explorer 10 for Windows is the only supported web browser.</li>
	<li>Mobile devices are not supported.</li>
</ol>
<h3>Security</h3>
It is important that students protect their computers. It can take only a few seconds for a vulnerable machine to be attacked and compromised.

In order to safely connect and to protect your computer from risk:
<ol>
	<li>Install antivirus software.</li>
	<li>Set the antivirus software to update DAILY.</li>
	<li>Set Windows Update to install automatically.</li>
	<li>Avoid file sharing services, such as Limewire and Frostwire, as they act as a breeding ground for viruses and worms.</li>
	<li>DSL/Broadband users should set up a firewall, preferably a stand-alone device, such as a DSL/Cable router, rather than a software firewall.</li>
</ol>
<h3><strong>Network connections</strong></h3>
DSL/Cable internet connection required. Dial up and cellular air cards are not supported.

<strong>Component Requirements</strong>
<ul>
	<li><strong>Computer and Processor:</strong> 1 GHz minimum, or higher</li>
	<li><strong>Memory (RAM):</strong> 512 MB minimum; recommended 1 GB or higher</li>
	<li><strong>Hard Drive (Storage):</strong> Minimum 80 GB Hard drive, with at least 20 GB of free space</li>
	<li><strong>Optical Drive:</strong> DVD-ROM required to install software</li>
	<li><strong>Operating System:</strong> Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 operating system</li>
	<li><strong>Additional:</strong> Actual requirement and software functionality may vary</li>
</ul>